1998 Mazda Midge vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Mazda Midge is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Midge (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Midge weights approximately 236 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda Midge (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Midge | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Midge | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
